The cultural programme in Móstoles, organised by the local council through the Department of Education and Culture, will run from 10 to 15 November, featuring a variety of events aimed at families and literature enthusiasts.
The festivities kick off on Tuesday, 10 November, with the second session of 'La noche', a literary, visual, and sensory workshop exploring themes related to the night, including myths, the starry sky, dreams, literature, cinema, and music. This session will be held from 11:00 to 14:00 at the Central Library Almudena Grandes.
On the same day, the Joan Miró Sociocultural Centre will host the storytelling event 'El que cuenta siembra, el que escucha cosecha', led by Charo Jaular. This family-friendly performance is aimed at children aged four and above, with two sessions scheduled for 17:30 and 18:30. The show promises to transform words into stories that ignite imagination and evoke emotions.
On Wednesday, 11 November, at 18:30, the Norte-Universidad Sociocultural Centre will screen the film 'Vivir la tierra (Sheng xi zhi di, 2025)' as part of the original version film cycle, Filmoteca. The film tells the story of Chuang, a ten-year-old boy growing up in his hometown under the care of his uncles and grandparents, witnessing significant life events against the backdrop of early 1990s China, where ancient rural traditions coexist with modern advancements.
Charo Jaular will return on Thursday, 12 November, with a baby storytelling session titled '¿Mamá, por qué?', aimed at children aged six months to three years, accompanied by an adult. This session, taking place at 17:00 and 18:00 at the Central Library Almudena Grandes, will address curious questions such as why birds fly and why Cinderella loses her shoe.
On Friday, 13 November, at 18:30, author Eva González Gallegos will present her book 'El rostro olvidado' at the Central Library Almudena Grandes. The novel delves into themes of memory, emotions, and personal experiences, inviting readers to reflect on the human stories that linger beyond historical events. Set in a retirement home, the narrative intertwines the recollections of its characters with significant moments from their pasts, including the Spanish Civil War.
The family film cycle will conclude the weekend with screenings of 'Los tipos malos 2' on Saturday, 14 November, at 18:00 at the El Soto Sociocultural Centre, and on Sunday, 15 November, at 12:00 at the Norte-Universidad Sociocultural Centre and at 18:00 at the Joan Miró Sociocultural Centre. The animated film follows a group of reformed animal criminals trying to be good while inadvertently getting involved in a major heist orchestrated by a new group of villains.
The cultural programme will wrap up with a concert titled 'Baila en línea', featuring the group Armonía 25 and the cajón group 'Compás de Fuenlabrada'. This performance is scheduled for Sunday, 15 November, at 12:00 at the Museum of the City, with free entry available through prior ticket collection at the venue starting from Tuesday, 10 November.
